2009 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 147
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 942 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo 147.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Volkswagen Polo | 2010 Alfa Romeo 147 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Polo | 147 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2307 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |